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Environmental Health and Safety Officer
2 months ago
ABOUT THE COMPANY
We are Q-sourcing Limited, a human resource and business process Management Company with operations in Uganda, Kenya, Rwanda, Tanzania & South Sudan. Since 2006, we have been serving multiple corporate and individual clients across sectors including multi-national companies, local and international business outfits, aid agencies, and government departments.
JOB SUMMARY
EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE:Minimum of 3 years of working experience in the Occupational Health and Safety in a manufacturing industry preferred.Bachelor's degree in Occupational Health and Safety, Environmental Science, or related studies.Relevant certification/ accreditation in Occupational Safety and Health and NEBOSH.Thorough knowledge of the Occupational Safety and Health Act, The Work Injuries Benefits Act, and subsidiary legislations.Exhibit the ability to think practically and creatively to implement the best safety training in occupational safety requirements and OSHA guidelines.Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills.Crisis management skills and high attention to detailEffective communication, interpersonal, and team player skills.Ability to maintain professional status and keep abreast of evolving trends in Safety through continuous professional development.
RESPONSIBILITIES
Plans and implements safety policies and procedures in compliance with the Occupational Safety and Health ACT (OSHA).Develop for implementation, policies and programs to proactively promote safe working environment that complies with regulatory agencies and client safety standards.Monitor and ensure all employees, contractors and visitors comply with safety guidelines at the client site.Oversee safety operations on site and prepare periodical reports.Ensure continuous improvement of Health and Safety standards in terms of the work environment for employees and contractors.Ensure compliance with relevant regulatory and other requirements including annual workplace registration and annual health and safety audits.Coordination of investigation of all accidents, near misses, dangerous occurrences, property damage or loss, first aid cases and medical treatment cases reported in all company facilities and the identification of corrective and/ or preventative action to prevent a recurrence.Advise clients on safety compliance concerns and preventative measures.Performs safety surveys, inspections, audits and prepares written reports of findings and recommendations for corrective or preventive measures where indicated, and follows up to ensure measures have been put in place.Conduct daily toolbox meetings for staff on site.Spearhead Health and safety committee meetings and submit a report to management.Arrange for safety inductions and medical examinations for new staff in all responsible sites.Request for required PPEs for staff on-site and ensure PPE use compliance
REQUIRED SKILLS
Compliance, Ability to coordinate, Environment law, Problem solving
REQUIRED EDUCATION
Bachelor's degree
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